Why Odinga's resistance movement could be important for democracy in Kenya: Kenya's National Super Alliance opposition leader, Raila Odinga. Reuters/StringerIn his last address at Uhuru Park on the eve of Kenya’s October 26 election re-run, Raila Odinga announced the creation of what he called a National Resistance Movement. In a later interview with CNN, he clarified that … [Read more...] about Why Odinga’s resistance movement could be important for democracy in Kenya | The Conversation
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Kenya’s cholera outbreak highlights fears about antibiotic resistance | The Conversation
Kenya's cholera outbreak highlights fears about antibiotic resistance: Drug resistance to cholera causing bacteria affects treatment especially in developing countries. ShutterstockA cholera outbreak in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, has prompted the health authorities to withdraw all medical licences issued to food handlers countrywide. About 336 cholera cases have been treated in … [Read more...] about Kenya’s cholera outbreak highlights fears about antibiotic resistance | The Conversation
Resistance to hydropower is evaporating as science takes centre stage | The Conversation
Resistance to hydropower is evaporating as science takes centre stage: The Maguga Dam in Swaziland. Many development challenges of dams are not as clear as critics suggest. ShutterstockBig dams have a bad reputation. They’re often associated with social disruption and environmental damage. That perception is now shifting. The challenges of climate, urbanisation and economic … [Read more...] about Resistance to hydropower is evaporating as science takes centre stage | The Conversation
Africa’s anti-malaria efforts face a new hurdle – drug and insecticide resistance | The Conversation
Africa's anti-malaria efforts face a new hurdle - drug and insecticide resistance: Artemisinin-based combination therapy is the first line recommended malaria treatment. ShutterstockThe resistance of malaria parasites to antimalarial drugs and insecticides is a growing global public health concern. The Conversation Africa’s Health and Medicine Editor Joy Wanja Muraya asked Dr … [Read more...] about Africa’s anti-malaria efforts face a new hurdle – drug and insecticide resistance | The Conversation
SA News: Umesh Yadav’s pace on show again as India look to break Bangladesh’s resistance
Umesh Yadav’s pace on show again as India look to break Bangladesh’s resistance: “Umesh worked a lot on his wrist (position) and balance on the crease. Ever since the Delhi Test against South Africa (in Dec, 2015), you’ve seen him make the breakthroughs the team requires. “His length allows him to swing the new as well as old ball. Source: "South Africa" - BingNews Rugby … [Read more...] about SA News: Umesh Yadav’s pace on show again as India look to break Bangladesh’s resistance
